Movie

Little Richard

★ 6.6(15)20002h 0m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Townsend
Release date: 2000-02-20
Runtime: 2h 0m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Davis Entertainment

Little Richard — trailer

About Little Richard

Little Richard is a 2000 movie in the Drama, Music and TV Movie genres, directed by Robert Townsend, starring Leon, Jenifer Lewis and Carl Lumbly. It has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 15 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Little Richard in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The story of Little Richard Penniman, from his poor Southern upbringing to dealing with the trials and tribulations of being a Black singer in the 1950s, to his born-again phase and brief "retirement" from rock and roll.

Cast

Leon

Little Richard

Jenifer Lewis

Muh Penniman

Carl Lumbly

Bud Penniman

Tamala Jones

Lucille

Mel Jackson

Bud Blackwell

Garrett Morris

Carl Rainey

Don Dowe

Cop

Reynaldo Rey

Sugarfoot Sam

JoNell Kennedy

Peggie Penniman

Lahmard J. Tate

Alimi Ballard

Warren G

Studio Musician

Themes & keywords

rock 'n' rollbiographycelebritylgbt

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Little Richard in New Zealand?+

Little Richard is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Little Richard on Netflix?+

Little Richard is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Little Richard?+

Little Richard has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

Who stars in Little Richard?+

Little Richard stars Leon, Jenifer Lewis, Carl Lumbly, Tamala Jones and Mel Jackson.

When did Little Richard come out?+

Little Richard is a 2000 movie directed by Robert Townsend.

What genre is Little Richard?+

Little Richard is Drama, Music and TV Movie film.

Who directed Little Richard?+

Little Richard was directed by Robert Townsend.